DO IT GOD'S WAY
It is natural for the flesh to want revenge and to recompense evil for evil. However, as you reflect on the life of Jesus you will note that He was merciful and full of compassion, forgiving and gracious. He didn't, even when he could, use His authority to hurt those who wronged Him. He extended mercy and is asking you to do the same.
Luke 6:36 (KJV)
Be
ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is mercifulLuke 6:36 (KJV)
Today ask yourself- In what ways can I extend mercy?
It is perhaps also easier to extend mercy to those whom you love and know. Mercy should not be limited to your circle of friends or family, but should be extended to the less liked and those you consider your enemies. Jesus demonstrated that when He died on the cross. He unselfishly extended mercy to the condemn, loss, outcasts and all sinners including you, and He is asking you to do the same.
TODAY'S FOCUS: ATTRIBUTES OF MERCY
The attributes of mercy cannot be hidden, but must be demonstrated. Here's what the scripture proclaims:
Exodus 34:6 (KJV)
And the Lord passed by before him, and proclaimed, The Lord, The Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Mercy should be given freely without reservations or expectation of benefits. It should not be done to profit or for a promised reward. It should be done out of a heart of compassion and love. As you reflect of the attributes of our Lord....
What are some of your attributes?
Do they line up to His?
Are you extending in exchange for something?
Remember, you were wrong and didn't deserve His mercy, yet He forgave you. You didn't measure up, yet He extended His grace to you. While you were lingering in your mess filled with shame and guilt, he was longsuffering and patient with you. He stood by you when times were rough and spoke the truth about you because He saw what you could become instead of who you were. Today He is asking you to do the same to others. Extend mercy not only to those who deserve it but more so to those who don't- That my friend is Grace!
God Bless you and Keep the Faith!
Virtuous Jewel
Mercy should be given freely without reservations or expectation of benefits. It should not be done to profit or for a promised reward. It should be done out of a heart of compassion and love. As you reflect of the attributes of our Lord....
What are some of your attributes?
Do they line up to His?
Are you extending in exchange for something?
Remember, you were wrong and didn't deserve His mercy, yet He forgave you. You didn't measure up, yet He extended His grace to you. While you were lingering in your mess filled with shame and guilt, he was longsuffering and patient with you. He stood by you when times were rough and spoke the truth about you because He saw what you could become instead of who you were. Today He is asking you to do the same to others. Extend mercy not only to those who deserve it but more so to those who don't- That my friend is Grace!
God Bless you and Keep the Faith!
Virtuous Jewel
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